Billie Lourd honours mom Carrie Fisher on 9th anniversary of her death with heartfelt tribute

Lourd reflects on grief and joy, saying her mother, Fisher, "lives on through this joy"

Actress Billie Lourd marked the ninth anniversary of her mother Carrie Fisher’s death with an emotional tribute shared on social media. The post offered a deeply personal reflection on grief, family, and the lasting presence of her iconic mom in everyday moments.

Lourd shared a touching throwback photo from her childhood featuring Fisher and her father, talent agent Bryan Lourd, alongside a more recent image of Bryan spending time with Lourd’s own young children.

In her caption, the actress wrote that while her mother is no longer physically here, she continues to live on through the joy Lourd experiences with her family.

 

 

 

 

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The Scream Queens star described a recent moment with her three-year-old daughter, who expressed love early in the morning, prompting Lourd to reflect on how her mother’s legacy made moments like these possible.

She also shared how meaningful it is to watch her father interact with her children, calling it a source of happiness that feels deeply connected to Fisher.

In her tribute, Lourd spoke openly about the complexity of grief, noting that it can take many forms. On this anniversary, she said her grief showed up as bittersweet joy, a mix of missing her mother while feeling grateful for the life and love that continue around her. She ended her message with a heartfelt note of thanks, saying she will never stop missing her mom.

Carrie Fisher, beloved for her legendary role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise, passed away in 2016 at the age of 60 following complications from a cardiac event. Her death was followed just one day later by the passing of her mother, actress Debbie Reynolds, marking a profound loss for the family.

Over the years, Billie Lourd has consistently honoured her mother’s memory, using anniversaries and milestones to share reflections on love, loss, and the enduring impact of Carrie Fisher’s life and legacy.